What are the disadvantages of hormone replacement therapy?
A disadvantage of hormone replacement therapy is an increased risk of forming gall-bladder stones and undergoing cholecystectomy. Unopposed estrogen therapy gives a higher incidence of endometrial cancer in women with an intact uterus, but the contribution of progestins for about 10 days every month excludes this risk.
Why you should not take HRT?
The health risks of HRT include: Increased risk of endometrial cancer (only when estrogen is taken without progestin) For women who have had a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus), this is not a problem. Increased risk of breast cancer with long-term use. Increased risk of cardiovascular disease (including heart attack …
What happens to your body on HRT?
While HRT reduces the likelihood of some debilitating diseases such as osteoporosis, colorectal (bowel) cancer and heart disease, it may increase the chances of developing a blood clot (when given in tablet form) or breast cancer (when some types are used long-term).
Who should not take HRT?
But HRT may not be suitable if you: have a history of breast cancer, ovarian cancer or womb cancer. have a history of blood clots. have untreated high blood pressure – your blood pressure will need to be controlled before you can start HRT.
Do you gain weight while on HRT?
Hormone replacement therapy boosts the levels of hormones lost during menopause. There is no evidence that HRT leads to weight gain or weight loss.
Is HRT worth the risk?
Over the last 15 years, these studies, and others, have found little or no evidence that HRT reduces the risk of heart disease. In fact, they have found evidence for an increased risk of blood clots and stroke. They also found an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancer in women using HRT.
Does HRT change your face?
Coming back to the main question, of whether HRT changes your face, if you are undergoing HRT it is possible you may notice some facial changes. The main ones you may experience are increased skin thickness, elasticity, and hydration, along with the possibility of less wrinkles.
How does HRT affect my body?
The unfortunate answer here is that while HRT may eventually cause some of your body hair to get a bit thinner lighter and softer it’s not going to completely eliminate your body hair. CIS girls have body hair too and once there’s hair growing in a place, it can be difficult to permanently remove it.
Does HRT really help?
The benefit of HRT is that it can help to ease many of these symptoms and improve your quality of life. It can have a positive effect on hormonal ageing. HRT also reduces your risk of osteoporosis and may help other health problems associated with the menopause, such as cardiovascular disease and stroke (see below).
When will I feel the effects of HRT?
Depends on how low your levels are and how fast your metabolism is. It should start right away, but you may not feel it for a week or a month. Have your levels rechecked in 3 months, HRT takes 3 months often to level out.
Does HRT help with weight loss?
Some studies show HRT can help you lose weight, but most experts don’t recommend taking HRT just to promote a healthy weight. Most importantly, be yourself. Recognize that you are no longer 20 or 30. Focus on maintaining a healthy weight rather than fitting into those old jeans.